Why is Hazelnut chocolate spread classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from refined sugar, rapeseed oil and a sunflower‑lecithin emulsifier, plus an unnamed additive listed under a generic “nutritio typical” label; these highly refined and added ingredients give it an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 status.

How does the high sugar and saturated‑fat content of this spread affect people with diabetes or heart‑related conditions?

With 49 g of sugar per 100 g, the spread can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, and its 6.5 g of saturated fat may raise LDL cholesterol, so individuals managing diabetes or cardiovascular risk should limit consumption.

Is the hazelnut component in this spread a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, the product contains 13 % hazelnuts and lists hazelnuts as an allergen, so anyone with a tree‑nut allergy should avoid it.

Waitrose, Essential Waitrose • 400g

Hazelnut chocolate spread

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Hazelnut chocolate spread is a sweet spread sold by Waitrose in a 400 g glass jar. It belongs to the “Sugary snacks” and “Sweets” PNNS groups, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, providing 564 kcal, 35.3 g fat (6.5 g saturated), 49 g sugars, 0.12 g salt, 1.5 g fiber and 6.7 g protein per 100 g. While it delivers a pleasant hazelnut‑chocolate flavour and contains 13 % hazelnuts, the high sugar and saturated‑fat levels together with added emulsifier make it a treat best eaten in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal564 kcal

Fat35.3 g

Saturated Fat6.5 g

Carbohydrates54.2 g

Sugars49 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average breakfast spread, this hazelnut chocolate spread contains far more fat (35.3 g vs 10.5 g) but slightly less sugar (49 g vs 53.4 g) and lower salt (0.12 g vs 0.36 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

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